Pampas Grass provides a great background for a combination of Blackberry Lily, Candytuft, 'Autumn Joy' Sedum, Black-eyed Susan, and Red and Stella d'Oro Daylilies.      CR 

Hardy Pampas Grass

 Saccharum ravennae

A popular ornamental grass with creamy-white plumes appearing in late summer and lasting for months on end, the Saccharum ravennae is a landscaping favorite.  This variety may grow as tall as 10’ with a 6’ spread, so choose its permanent home carefully.  Avoid planting too close to the house where in just a few growing seasons its massive size will upset the original proportions appreciated when the plant was small. Use it to screen unsightly areas or as an accent plant in large-scale landscapes. Cut its bountiful plumes to use in fresh arrangements or spray with hairspray and hang upside down for dried flower arrangements.

Sun: full                                       Height: 8 to 10 feet 

Blooms:  late summer                  Zones: 5 through 10